Management Team
Andrew J. Falatok
Andy is the founder, CEO, and President of Tex-Mach. He has an engineering degree from Clemson University. In the early 80’s he began buying and selling textile and industrial equipment founding Tex-Mach in 1988. He was a pioneer in bringing increased professionalism to the pre-owned industrial and textile equipment business working with mill and factory owners around the world to maximize returns on idle assets. He is a member of the National Council of Textile Organizations and Southern Textile Association. He also serves in numerous charitable capacities including: a Trustee at the Spartanburg County Foundation, a board member for the Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Foundation – Cancer Board, and St. Luke’s Free Medical Clinic.
Ronald E. Cantrell
Ronnie has been a key member of the Tex-Mach Sales Team for almost 25 years with experience in the handling, moving, storing, sales and marketing of industrial assets. He studied mechanical engineering at Clemson University, and has experience in the preparation of asset appraisals, and independent 3rd party negotiations. His primary area of focus is developing solutions for clients in the non-woven process and manufacturing industry.
J. Thomas Quinn, Jr.
Tom has been a key member of the Tex-Mach Sales Team for over 20 years and has been involved in the asset appraisal and liquidation business for the past 35 years. He has a Degree in Electronic Engineering. His primary area of focus is Yarn Preparation and Manufacturing equipment.
Robert P. Ashworth
Bob has been a key member of the Tex-Mach Sales Team for over 16 years and has been involved in the asset appraisal and liquidation business for the past 30 years. He has a Degree in Business Management. His primary area of focus is overseeing liquidations, auctions and valuations domestically and overseas.
Kenneth L. Clark
Kenny has been a key member of the Tex-Mach Sales Team for over 15 years. Kenny has 31 years of experience with the purchase and sale of pre-owned industrial machinery. He graduated from East Carolina University with a business degree. His primary area of focus is Greige Mill and Industrial Equipment.
Christopher L. Hill (Lane)
Lane is a lifelong resident of Spartanburg. He graduated from Newberry College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting. He has fifteen years experience working in all areas of financial accounting. Lane joined Tex-Mach in 2013 as the Controller.
Richard D. Jackson
Ricky’s career began at a manufacturing company where he was plant manager for 14 years. For the past 16 years he has worked in the industrial equipment industry focusing on equipment teardowns, rebuilds, refurbishing, and sales. His primary area of focus is working with clients on plant and equipment relocation.
Christopher J. Falatok
Chris graduated from Clemson University with a Degree in Business Management and received his MBA from The Citadel. He has spent six years as a consultant with Northwestern Mutual, helping both individuals and business with financial planning. He has been involved with Tex-Mach in multiple areas for over 10 years and joined full time in 2011.
